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Monday, December 16, 2024

Life is Better with a Furry Friend Card | Picket Fence Studios

A colorful handmade card featuring two adorable puppies sitting on a teal pillow with the sentiment "Life is better with a friend" in rainbow colors. The background has rainbow paw prints and shiny bone patterns.

Hello, crafty friends! I am so excited to share a delightful card made with some amazing products from Picket Fence Studios' December release. This card combines adorable designs, bright colors, and a touch of sparkle for a truly joyful creation. And guess what? If you'd like to see this card come together step by step, I’ve got a REEL over on my Instagram page—be sure to check it out! Let’s dive into the details!

CARD RECIPE

For this project, I played with the following fabulous Picket Fence Studios products:

Staple Products/Tools: 

Creating the Background

The base of the card features a colorful background with paw prints and bones, and here’s how I achieved it:

  1. Stenciling the Rainbow Paws: I used Life Changing Blender Brushes with Distress Oxide Inks in Squeezed Lemonade, Picked Raspberry, and Broken China. These blend beautifully to create a cheerful gradient across the paw prints.
  2. Adding the Twinkling Bones: Using the bones layer of the Fetch Layering Stencil Set, I applied Twinkle Lights Clear Glaze for a subtle shine. This glaze adds dimension while keeping the background clean and playful.
A colorful handmade card featuring two adorable puppies sitting on a teal pillow with the sentiment "Life is better with a friend" in rainbow colors. The background has rainbow paw prints and shiny bone patterns.

The Dome Panel

To create the focal point for the card:

  1. I die-cut the dome shape using the Basic Die Cutting Set 1.
  2. For the shadow under the pillow, I masked the area with a sticky note and blended Black Soot Distress Oxide Ink using a Life Changing Blender Brush.
  3. I layered the adorable puppy duo from the Happy Paws Stamp and Die Set on top of the shadow, popping them up with foam for dimension. These sweet friends were colored with Copic markers and enhanced with white and gold gel pens for highlights and tiny details.
A colorful handmade card featuring two adorable puppies sitting on a teal pillow with the sentiment "Life is better with a friend" in rainbow colors. The background has rainbow paw prints and shiny bone patterns.

Sentiment and Color Coordination

The sentiment, “Life is better with a friend,” perfectly matches the cozy scene. To keep the theme vibrant:

  • Once the sentiment was positioned in the Misti, I then added the Squeezed Lemon to the middle of the stamp and diffused the edges of the ink using a Pint-sized Paper Pouncer to blend it out. I then moved on to the Picked Raspberry on top and the Broken China on the bottom. Diffusing each color with the coordinating Pint-sized Paper Pouncer. This colorful sentiment mirrors the rainbow tones from the background.
  • This cohesive approach ties the entire design together beautifully!

Crafty Tip: Seamless Die Cuts

When working with multiple die-cut images that have white border edges, you can create the illusion of a seamless join by following this trick:

  1. Die-cut your images and arrange them to determine where they overlap.
  2. Fussy cut the white edge off one of the images where it overlaps with the other.
  3. To clean up the cut edge, run a black marker along it to mimic the stamped outline.
  4. Glue the two pieces together, and voilà! Your die-cut images will look like one continuous piece.

This tip works perfectly for the adorable puppy duo on this card!

Finishing Touches

To assemble:

  1. I adhered the stenciled background to a card base.
  2. The dome panel was popped up with foam tape for added depth.
  3. For the final touch, I scattered Celestial Skies Gems around the design, adding a hint of sparkle.
A colorful handmade card featuring two adorable puppies sitting on a teal pillow with the sentiment "Life is better with a friend" in rainbow colors. The background has rainbow paw prints and shiny bone patterns.

This card is bursting with personality, from the happy pups to the rainbow hues and sparkling details. It’s a heartwarming reminder that life truly is better with friends—especially the furry ones!

Have you tried the new Picket Fence Studios December release yet? Let me know your favorite products and creations in the comments. And don’t forget to watch the reel on Instagram for all the behind-the-scenes crafty fun. Until next time, happy crafting! 

Ilda🐾✨

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Saturday, December 14, 2024

Puppy Slimline Thank You Card | Picket Fence Studios December Release

A handmade slimline thank-you card featuring a colored puppy illustration, bold die-cut \"Thanks\" sentiment, paw print details, glossy accents on the eyes and nose, and a clay heart embellishment.

Creating personalized thank-you cards is a fantastic way to show your appreciation while indulging in your love for crafting. This card is part of the Picket Fence Studios December Release Instagram hop, and there is a $50 Gift Card up for grabs for those who hop along! Click here to join the HOP

Plus, a Reel I made of this card will be posted soon for those who love visuals. Click HERE to watch. 

Let’s dive into the details!

CARD RECIPE
Stamping:
  • Start by stamping the puppy image from You Hold My Heart in Your Paw Stamps using the Picket Fence Studio Black Hybrid Ink Pad onto the top of a slimline card panel. 

Colouring:
  • Use Prismacolor pencils to bring the stamped image to life. Blend various shades to give depth and dimension to the puppy's fur and features. Normally, I would have used some Gamsol to blend out the pencil strokes, but I couldn’t find it in my stash.

  • Add highlights to the puppy’s face using the Gold 1.0 Karin DecoGel Pen. This adds a touch of shimmer and accentuates key areas.

  • This puppy reminds me of our dog, so I made it look like her, what a cutie!

A handmade slimline thank-you card featuring a colored puppy illustration, bold die-cut \"Thanks\" sentiment, paw print details, glossy accents on the eyes and nose, and a clay heart embellishment.

Cutting the Sentiment:
  • Use the Thanks Stacked Word Die to cut out the "Thanks" sentiment from the lower part of the card panel. Save the cut-out pieces for later.

  • To create a shadow effect, die-cut the same sentiment twice more from black cardstock. Stack these layers together, adhering them with glue, before placing the original die cut "Thanks" layer on top. 

Card Base:
  • Adhere the completed card panel onto a black slimline card panel for a bold border.
  • Finally, glue everything onto a slimline card base measuring 8.5 x 4 inches.
Embellishment:

  • Complete the design by adhering a tiny clay white heart to the card front. This small detail adds a bit of sweetness and ties the entire design together.

Adding gloss and texture:
A handmade slimline thank-you card featuring a colored puppy illustration, bold die-cut \"Thanks\" sentiment, paw print details, glossy accents on the eyes and nose, and a clay heart embellishment.

The Inside:


The result is a stunning slimline thank-you card that’s both playful and heartfelt. The combination of bold lettering, intricate coloring, and thoughtful details makes this card a unique keepsake for the recipient.


Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!
Ilda 🐾

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Friday, November 15, 2024

Flying High Shaker Card with a Moving Hot Air Balloon | Picket Fence Studios

A whimsical handmade shaker card featuring a red hot air balloon floating in a blue sky with clouds. The balloon is suspended on clear thread, allowing it to move, and sequins add sparkle within a cloud-shaped window.

Today, I’m thrilled to share a whimsical shaker card that has a few extra surprises in store! Not only does this card feature beautiful sequins that shift and shine, but it also has a hot air balloon suspended on a loose clear thread, allowing it to sway within the scene like it’s really floating among the clouds. This project features some fantastic new products from Picket Fence Studios’ November release, which made creating this dreamy scene a joy.

CARD RECIPE
  • Picket Fence Studios Hot Air Balloons Sighting Stamps
  • A2 Cloud Peek-a-boo Cover Plate Die for the cloud-shaped window
  • Fabulously Glossy A2 Card Fronts - Blue Skies Ahead as the gorgeous sky background
  • On a Midnight Dream Sequin Mix to add sparkle and depth to the shaker
  • PFS Black Hybrid Ink for crisp stamping on the balloon
  • Shaker Sheets to create a clear window front for the shaker
  • White and Gold Gelly Pens for highlights and finishing touches
  • Foam Tape to create space for the shaker elements
  • Blue Ink Pad to add color to the sentiment
  • Clear Thread to suspend the hot air balloon
  • Copic Markers to color the Balloon

  • Balloon
    Use PFS Black Hybrid Ink to stamp out the Hot Air Balloons Sighting Stamps. I then colored one of the balloons using Copic Markers and fussy cut it. To bring out the details of the hot air balloon, I used White and Gold Gelly Pens to add highlights and accents. To the back side of the balloon, I attached a clear thread using glue and tape to ensure it would have a stronghold. Set it aside to work on the shaker window.

    Background and Shaker Preparation
    I started with the Fabulously Glossy A2 Card Front - Blue Skies Ahead. This beautiful card front has a clear and vivid sky scene, making it perfect for this project. I placed the A2 Cloud Peek-a-boo Cover Plate Die over the card front and die-cut it to create a cloud-shaped window that would serve as the focal point for the shaker area. Glue the center of the die cut to the front of the card base.

    A whimsical handmade shaker card featuring a red hot air balloon floating in a blue sky with clouds. The balloon is suspended on clear thread, allowing it to move, and sequins add sparkle within a cloud-shaped window.

    Creating the Shaker Compartment
    Next, I used the Shaker Sheets to cover the opening, providing a clear window for the sequins. I then added foam tape around the back of the cloud opening to form a well that would hold the sequins. I filled the compartment with the On a Midnight Dream Sequin Mix, which complemented the blue sky beautifully with its mix of blues and iridescent tones. 

    Suspending the Hot Air Balloon
    To make the hot air balloon appear as if it’s floating in the sky, I used clear thread to suspend it. I attached the top and bottom of the balloon to the foam tape card with the thread, giving it room to move freely. This clear thread lets the balloon “fly” without being tethered too tightly, adding to the illusion of it drifting through the clouds.

    Adding the Sentiment
    For the sentiment, I stamped "nothing but blue skies await" from the Hot Air Balloons Sighting Stamps in a coordinating blue ink and placed it below the cloud window. This message perfectly complements the floating hot air balloon and adds a dreamy, hopeful note to the card.

    A whimsical handmade shaker card featuring a red hot air balloon floating in a blue sky with clouds. The balloon is suspended on clear thread, allowing it to move, and sequins add sparkle within a cloud-shaped window.

    Inside Sentiment
    On the inside, I stamped out the Happy Birthday Stamp from the Hot Air Balloons Sighting Set. Birthday cards are always the first to get used up in my stash!

    A whimsical handmade shaker card featuring a red hot air balloon floating in a blue sky with clouds. The balloon is suspended on clear thread, allowing it to move, and sequins add sparkle within a cloud-shaped window.

    Tips for Crafting a Moving Shaker Card

    • Use Clear Thread: Attaching the balloon with clear thread allows it to blend into the background seamlessly, creating the illusion that it’s floating.
    • Create Ample Space for Movement: Make sure there’s enough room for your suspended element (the balloon, in this case) to sway slightly without hitting the edges. This makes the movement look more natural.
    • Shaker Depth: Using foam tape around the edges of the shaker area ensures the sequins have enough space to move, adding extra dimension and sparkle to the card.

    This card is perfect for anyone who loves the sky and dreams of adventures! It would make a wonderful greeting for a loved one or a friend who might need a reminder to keep looking forward to brighter days.

    I hope you enjoyed this walkthrough of my "Nothing but Blue Skies Await" shaker card! Let me know if you try this technique – I’d love to see your creations.

    Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!
    Ilda💙☁

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    Thursday, November 14, 2024

    Gray Skies Bring Sunny Days - DIY Shaker Card | November Picket Fence Studios Release

    Adorable handmade shaker card featuring a bunny and raccoon sharing a colorful umbrella on a rainy day, with sparkly clouds, a stone wall, and shaker sequins, created using Picket Fence Studios November release products.

    Hello, crafty friends! I'm excited to share my latest project, a whimsical shaker card featuring the adorable "Bad Weather Friends" from the brand-new November Picket Fence Studios release. This card is part of an Instagram hop to celebrate the release, where you can hop along for some fantastic inspiration. And there's an extra treat—a $50 Gift Card is up for grabs for one lucky winner chosen from the entire hop! Be sure to head over to Instagram to join in the fun and enter.

    CARD RECIPE


    Background and CloudsFirst I added a light layer of grey ink to the sky. I then began by creating a cloudy background using the Cloudy Day Stencil. The clouds are brought to life with a touch of shimmer from the Twinkle Lights Silver Paper Glaze, applied with a Mixed Media Spatula for a smooth, even finish. This glaze adds a perfect touch of sparkle, making the clouds stand out against the rest of the scene. Set aside to dry.

    Stone Wall Texture: The stone wall at the bottom was created using the new Beyond Basics A2 Vintage Rectangles and Cover Plates. Distress Oxide Inks helped achieve a realistic stone texture, which grounds the scene and adds a cozy, rainy-day feel. I trimmed the piece and added it to the bottom of the scene.


    Adorable handmade shaker card featuring a bunny and raccoon sharing a colorful umbrella on a rainy day, with sparkly clouds, a stone wall, and shaker sequins, created using Picket Fence Studios November release products.

    Critters and Sentiment: The little critters sharing an umbrella are from the Bad Weather Friends Stamp Set. I stamped them with PFS Black Hybrid Ink for a sharp, clear image, then colored them with Copic Markers for a vibrant, cheerful look, and added white gel pen details for highlights. I then used the coordinating dies to cut out the critters. The sentiment "Gray Skies Bring Sunny Days" is stamped to the side, echoing the card’s theme of hope and resilience.

    Adorable handmade shaker card featuring a bunny and raccoon sharing a colorful umbrella on a rainy day, with sparkly clouds, a stone wall, and shaker sequins, created using Picket Fence Studios November release products.

    Shaker Elements: To make this a shaker card, I used DIY Shaker Sheets to create the shaker pocket. Inside, I added a mix of Iridescent Moonshine Sequins for a bit of sparkle, and Day and Night Gems to represent raindrops. The result is a dynamic, interactive element that adds extra fun to the card.

    Finishing Touches: Glue the critters to the top of the shaker window, and then glue the shaker panel to a Beyond Basics A2 Vintage Rectangle Frame. Finally, attach it to a card base. 

    Adorable handmade shaker card featuring a bunny and raccoon sharing a colorful umbrella on a rainy day, with sparkly clouds, a stone wall, and shaker sequins, created using Picket Fence Studios November release products.

    Don’t miss your chance to win a $50 Gift Card from Picket Fence Studios! Head over to Instagram and follow along with the hop for loads of inspiration from the November release. Just leave a comment on each post in the hop to enter. Good luck, and I hope this card brings a little sunshine to your day, even if it's cloudy outside!☔

    Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!
    Ilda 🌈

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    Tuesday, October 15, 2024

    Heart Shape Tree Stump Card | Picket Fence Studios

    Hello crafty friends!

    I’m excited to share a heart-shaped card I created using some fabulous products from Picket Fence Studios' new October release. This unique design is perfect for celebrating a special couple or a meaningful occasion, like an engagement or wedding.

    CARD RECIPE

    Heart Shaped Card Base and Tree Stump - Vintage Heart Stamps & Dies

    Vellum Stamped Images - Graceful Magnolias Stamps & Dies

    Sentiment - Vintage Heart Stamps & Dies

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    Vintage Heart Stump Die

    To create the base of the card, I used the Vintage Heart Stump Die. I positioned the die over a folded square card base, ensuring the top of the heart slightly extended beyond the fold. After running it through my die-cut machine, this created a heart-shaped card with a hinged top. Next, I die-cut another heart from a separate piece of cardstock, stamped it using the Vintage Heart Stamps with intricate woodgrain details, and heat-embossed it in gold. The golden embossing brings a stunning, rustic elegance, and the shimmer beautifully highlights the wood grain texture, making the heart truly stand out.

    Graceful Magnolias Stamps and Dies

    To soften the card, I stamped Graceful Magnolias and die-cut some floral accents on vellum using the Graceful Magnolias set. I then used the same heart die from the Vintage Heart Stump cut out the edge so that they lined up with the heart-shaped edge. These were heat embossed in white for a delicate, airy feel. I love how the white embossing on vellum contrasts with the rich gold of the heart, creating a beautiful balance of bold and soft.

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    Cheers My Friend Word Dies

    I added bold, striking letters "C + S" using the Cheers My Friend Word Dies for a pop of color and personalization. The vibrant red really stands out against the neutral tones of the rest of the card. I love how customizable this die set is, making it easy to create cards for any occasion.

    Sentiment and Embellishments

    I finished off the card with a simple "Congratulations" sentiment from Vintage Heart Stamps & Dies
    and a few small gems to add a touch of sparkle using the Day and Night Gems, pulling the whole design together.

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    This heart-shaped card is not only unique but also elegant and versatile, perfect for weddings, engagements, or even anniversaries. The combination of gold and white embossing adds a luxurious touch, while the vibrant red initials make the card personal and memorable.

    I hope this inspires you to try out some of these new products from the October Picket Fence Studios release. Don’t forget to check out the full release for more amazing crafting goodies!

    Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!
    Ilda 💗

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    Monday, October 14, 2024

    Hello My Friend Card | Picket Fence Studios October Release

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    Hello Friends, yes I am back with another card today! 2 posts in one day... feast or famine around here, lol!

    This time I’m excited to share this sweet friendship card I made using some of the fabulous products from the new Picket Fence Studios October 2024 Release! This card is also part of an Instagram hop, where TWO lucky winners will be chosen! One winner will receive a $50 Gift Card, and the other will win a Paper Pouncers Bundle! 🎁 



    It was a joy combining these new and older items to create a heartfelt “hello, my friend” card, perfect for sending love and connection to a dear friend.

    CARD RECIPE

    Quilted Heart Frame - Beyond Basics A2 Rectangle and Cover Plate Dies

    Stamped Cuties - Baby Critters Stamps and Dies
    Largest background panel -Yellow Primerose Paper Glaze
    Second Panel - Huckleberry Paper Glaze


    Card Details:


    Heart Cover Plate Background:
    To start, I used the Beyond Basics A2 Rectangle and Cover Plate Dies, choosing the heart cover plate layer for the background. The delicate, repeated heart pattern adds a whimsical and heartwarming touch to the card. For a pop of color, I die-cut this layer in white cardstock and backed it with a beautiful blue panel created with Huckleberry Paper Glaze. This contrast of blue with white really highlights the hearts!


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    Adorable Critters:
    The sweet little critters are from the Baby Critters Stamps and Dies set (an older Picket Fence Studios product). I stamped and colored these cuties, giving them soft, warm tones with Copic markers to add extra cuteness. I adhered them to the card with foam adhesive for dimension, placing them above the sentiment. To make the critters even more lovable, I added a tiny pink heart die-cut between them, fitting perfectly into one of the heart openings from the cover plate.

    Lovely Sentiment Layers:
    For the sentiment, I used two different die sets to create a layered greeting. The bold "hello" is from the Hello To You Word Die Set (older product), cut in black and adhered to a layer of vellum for softness. Below that, I added "my friend" using the Cheers My Friend Word Die Set from this new release. The combination of these two word dies makes for a friendly and inviting sentiment that anchors the card.

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    Background Layers:
    For the base layer, I used Yellow Primerose Paper Glaze, which brings in a soft, glowing yellow hue. It gives a cheerful, sunny vibe to the card and plays nicely with the Huckleberry Paper Glaze. I love how the paper glazes create a smooth and polished look while offering rich, bold color.

    Sparkling Finishing Touches:
    No card is complete without a little sparkle! I used Thunderstorm Gems scattered around the cover plate layer to add a bit of shine and bling. These gems catch the light beautifully, enhancing the overall card design without overpowering the sentiment or critters.

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    This card is a sweet way to send a heartfelt greeting, and the new products from the Picket Fence Studios October Release made it easy and fun to create! I hope this card inspires you to craft your own projects and connect with friends through the art of cardmaking.


    Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!
    Ilda 💙

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    Saturday, September 14, 2024

    Reindeer Games: Crafting a Fun and Festive Christmas Card | Picket Fence Studios

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    Today, I'm excited to share a festive and playful card featuring products from the new September Release from Picket Fence Studios! This card is part of an Instagram hop, and one lucky winner will be randomly selected from the entire hop to win a $50 Gift Card, so make sure to join me on my Instagram account for a chance to win. This card was so much fun to create, using a blend of adorable stamps, dies, and some shimmer to bring it all together. Let’s dive into the details!

    CARD RECIPE

    Reindeer and Sentiment - Reindeer at Play Stamp and Die Set

    Background - A2 Simple Plaid Cover Plate Die

    Frame - A2 Saying Hello Cover Plate Die (older release)

    Snow - Arctic Fox Paper Glaze

    Embellishments - North Pole Gem Mix, Oh What Fun Sequin Mix

    Ink - PFS Black Hybrid Ink Pad

    Blue Sky - Life Changing Blender Brushes

    Misti Insert - Paper Inking Palette - 5x6

    Please note direct links for new products will be updated once post goes live.

    Card Design Breakdown

    For this card, the star of the show is the Reindeer at Play Stamp and Die Set. These little reindeer images are filled with personality and bring so much whimsy to a holiday card. I colored each of the images with Copic markers, giving them bright scarves and rosy cheeks to match their playful expressions. To make Rudolph stand out, I added a red gem from the North Pole Gem Mix to his nose for that iconic holiday sparkle!

    The background features the A2 Simple Plaid Cover Plate Die, adding a clean and subtle texture behind the reindeer. I love the classic plaid design because it provides the perfect backdrop without taking away from the focal images. To frame everything, I used the A2 Saying Hello Cover Plate Die, which is an older product but still one of my favorites for creating defined sections on a card front.

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    Tip for Quick and Easy Stamping

    One of my favorite time-saving tricks when working with multiple images is to stamp them all at once. Rather than removing each stamp from the carrier sheet, I placed the entire set face down in my MISTI tool, keeping them on the carrier sheet. I secured them using the PFS Paper Inking Palette. Then, I positioned my cardstock over the stamps and taped it to the MISTI door. This allowed me to ink up and stamp all the images in one go using the PFS Black Hybrid Ink Pad.

    Once the images were stamped, I left the paper secured to the MISTI door while I colored them with Copic markers. After all the coloring was done, I restamped the images to get a clean, crisp black outline, which really makes them pop. Then, I die-cut the images with the coordinating die set.

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    Fun Snow Details with Paper Glaze

    To create a wintery scene, I wanted to add some snow underneath the reindeer. I mixed a little Arctic Fox Paper Glaze in a small plastic baggy and piped on some snow mounds for dimension. While the glaze was still wet, I sprinkled a bit of fine glitter on top for an extra frosty look. It’s such a simple touch but adds so much depth and sparkle to the card!

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    Final Touches

    For the sleigh, I couldn’t resist adding more festive details! The Oh What Fun Sequin Mix includes some adorable Christmas pinwheels, which I placed in the sleigh to give it a cheerful and festive look. These little touches help bring everything together, adding pops of color and shine that elevate the overall design.

    And there you have it—a playful, sparkly Christmas card that’s sure to bring joy to whoever receives it! I hope this project inspires you to dive into your holiday card-making. Let me know in the comments below if you have any questions!

    Thank you for stopping by and until next time... Happy Crafting!
    Ilda 🦌

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